Sunday, July 15, 2012

For months, I've been on the serious hunt for an article of clothing with a peplum shape. I at first fantasized about a dress, then moved on to a skirt. I saw them on so many bloggers, and envied the grace and elegance that little flounce added. I never found one. A few days ago, I was out running around for work and decided to pop into Anthropologie. I have stayed away for quite some time, mainly due to inconvience because my Anthro is about 45 minutes from my town. I spotted these beauties right away:

Completely overjoyed with these crystal drops, I carelessly meandered about the place. The smell of the voluspa candles always sucks me in, and I never want to leave! I wasn't planning on buying anything else, until I saw this peplum top hanging in the back of the store. This is too pretty to keep hidden! I love the thick fabric, as it holds shape extremely well. I love that it slips on and doesn't have any stuffy zippers. I wore it sort of dressed down to scout out a wedding venue on the beach (appropriate, no?) I'm just as excited to wear it with lady-like heels. For petites: definitely size down! I am wearing an XS, and the straps are a bit long. It doesn't bother me, but I might eventually get them slightly altered. However, aside from this detail, it is by far one of my best purchases this year.

Thank you ladies! I can't say enough about this top. The fabric is definitely thicker, but not so much that I get overheated in this weather. I think it will work year round! A lot of reviews on the Anthro site complained that cardigans don't look good with it, but I tried one on with it and I liked it! So I really do think it will be a versatile piece.